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Wayne Historical Museum gets grant, plans events; curator and volunteers noted
Summary
The historical commission reported a $15,000 MI250 grant to install a door for the 1928 fire engine "Old Betsy," growth in the museum's online engagement and several upcoming public workshops and teas.
Claudia Buckalew, chair of the Wayne Historical Commission, updated council on the Wayne Historical Museum during the Aug. 4 meeting. She said the museum received a $15,000 MI250 grant to install a door so a restored 1928 fire engine known as "Old Betsy" can be moved into the museum and driven out for events.
Buckalew said the museum's Facebook page has approximately 13,600 followers and…
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